§ 23-2. Membership; terms; vacancies.  


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  • A. 
    The Commission shall consist of nine members appointed by the Mayor. The Mayor shall designate one of such members to be Chairman, who shall serve as Chairman at the pleasure of the Mayor.
    B. 
    Of the members first appointed, three shall be appointed for terms of office of one year each, three for terms of office of two years each and three for terms of office of three years each. Thereafter, all appointments, except to fill vacancies, shall be for terms of office of three years each.
    C. 
    Vacancies occurring otherwise than by expiration of terms of office shall be filled for the unexpired terms of the offices so filled.
    D. 
    In making appointments to the Commission, the Mayor shall take into consideration the various religious, racial, nationality and political groups in the community.